Human Services

Our Vision

The Routt County Department of Human Services strives to be a respected partner in a healthy, safe, interconnected community by assisting people in meeting identified needs to attain a better quality of life.

Our Mission

To strengthen families and individuals, and to promote safety and self-sufficiency.

Guiding Principles by which We Serve

Respect diversity

Preserve legal compliance

Be family focused

Increase public awareness and education

Support clients in assuming personal responsibility

Collaborate with the community

Strive consistently for quality improvement

Maintain professional and competent staff

Deliver accessible, quality services

Emphasize prevention and early intervention

Be fiscally responsible

Provide the least intrusive service delivery

Treat the public with respect and dignity

Our Organization

The Routt County Department of Human Services (DHS) administers numerous state and federal programs while providing social services to the population of Routt County. Some of the programs include:

REPORT CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT

Please call the Routt County Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
at (970) 367-4056 or the
Colorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-844-CO-4-KIDS
(1-844-264-5437) to report concerns about a child's safety and well-being.